These ideas are SO easy—and last all season long.

Designers and entertaining experts agree: Floral arrangements are a key part of any successful tablescape. Done well, they can even make a room. So it’s important to switch things up seasonally in order to keep your palette fresh and your serveware accented appropriately. Whether you’re a minimalist or addicted to pattern, flowers should help set and refine the mood. But how do you get cut blooms to last during the cold winter months? A dried arrangement could be the perfect solution. We asked some of our favorite floral designers for their tips on perfecting the look of preserved flowers. Decorative Plant

How to Make Dried Floral Arrangements - DIY Dried Flower Bouquet

We asked Lutfi Janania, founder of Rosalila, what are some of the best flowers for drying and preserving at home.

“The key is to keep the stems as clean and as dry as possible,” Janania says. “I’ve found that allowing them to dry by single stems or small groupings reduces the chance of bacteria and mold growing. Sometimes we spray our botanical ingredients with a vinegar and water mixture—even rubbing alcohol can work.”

Marcie Sherman of Revel & Hearten shares tips on getting the look just right.

“Although arranging with dried flowers can have its challenges, such as the stems being stiff and petals being so fragile, the upside is that you have more freedom on placement,” says Sherman.

Sean Santiago is ELLE Decor's Deputy Editor, covering news, trends and talents in interior design, hospitality, travel, and luxury. He writes the So Courant! column for the magazine and elledecor.com.

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